Muningia - Tikabali, Kandhamal
Muningia is a village situated in the Tikabali tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tikabali and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Katimaha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Muningia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Muningia is 415924. The village covers a total geographical area of 156 hectares and falls under the 762010 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Muningia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Muningia
According to the 2011 Census, Muningia village had a total population of 533 people, including 289 males and 244 females, living in 108 households. The sex ratio was 844 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.68%, with male literacy at 67.63% and female literacy at 41.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 87, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 431.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 533 | 289 | 244 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 48 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 87 | 41 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 431 | 239 | 192 |
| Literate Population | 250 | 163 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 283 | 126 | 157 |
Nearby Villages of Muningia
Muningia is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Muningia
Muningia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Muningia is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Muningia is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Muningia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Muningia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Muningia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Muningia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Muningia
Where is Muningia located?
Muningia village is located in Tikabali Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Muningia?
The Gram Panchayat of Muningia is Katimaha.
What is the pincode of Muningia?
The pincode of Muningia is 762010.
What is the population of Muningia?
Muningia had a total population of 533, including 289 males and 244 females.
How many households are there in Muningia?
Muningia had 108 households.
What is the literacy rate in Muningia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Muningia was 55.68%. Male literacy was 67.63% and female literacy was 41.83%.